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Australian Carbon Pioneer Welcomes Transition to Carbon Economy
Not-for-profit carbon offset pioneer, Greenfleet is busy preparing for the introduction of the carbon pricing mechanism and Carbon Farming Initiative, due to commence this Sunday (1 July 2012). Greenfleet has been providing voluntary carbon offset services to Australians since 1997. “Over... - June 29, 2012 - Greenfleet Australia
SABIC Wins Prestigious Green Material Innovation Application Award for Up-cycled Valox iQ* Resin, Showcasing Global Leadership in Sustainability
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business was honored with Plastics Technology’s (China) Green Material Innovative Application Award in recognition of the company’s pioneering Valox iQ* resin, an industry-leading material that incorporates up-cycled post-consumer content from... - June 29, 2012 - SABIC Innovative Plastics
Colloidal Chemistry Debunks the Myth That Green Cleaners do Not Perform
National Colloid, manufacturer of SuperC environmental cleaners, is raising the bar with the expansion of its industrial strength colloidal cleaning line. Environmentally responsible companies no longer need to choose toxic industrial cleaners. - June 28, 2012 - National Colloid
British Explorers Walk Across Madagascar in Three-Week Feat of Endurance
Last week a team of adventurers made history as they become the first team expedition to walk the entire width of Madagascar from the east coast to the west in a daunting three week feat of perseverance. - June 28, 2012 - Secret Compass
Caring Care Home Chooses Waste King
Care home chain, Sunrise Senior Living, has chosen the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, Waste King to collect a range of waste – not just "bulk" but also hazardous waste – from its home in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire. Waste King’s managing... - June 27, 2012 - Waste King
U.S. Coast Guard Confirms "DE-OIL-IT" a Non-Hazardous Item for Storage Aboard Marine Vessels
Compliant with Federal Law 46 C.F.R. Part 147 - June 24, 2012 - Tech-Lube Wholesale
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces That the Voting for the Best “Green” Garden in the DC Area is Now Open
Green gardeners and amateur photographers have shared their best photos. Now its time for you to vote and help choose which ones best show the beautiful benefits of growing green. - June 23, 2012 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Amazing Spaces Now Provides Recycling Services at Four Convenient Locations in Greater Houston, TX
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers(R), a leader in providing self storage in Houston, Spring, and The Woodlands, TX, teams up with GREENspot DROPoff to provide Houstonians with a free, convenient and responsible way to recycle their e-waste. - June 22, 2012 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Appalachian Trail Celebrates 75th Anniversary This August
The Appalachian Trail, the longest hiking-only footpath in the world, celebrates its 75th anniversary this August. - June 22, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
The Ratio of Men to Women May Determine if Your Office Building is Healthy
A recent university study has shown that offices with men are more likely to be dirtier than those with women. The result is that female dominated offices may be healthier and more productive. - June 21, 2012 - Commercial Janitorial
Conservationist Defends Science, Stewardship and Endangered Species Act in Congressional Hearing
Distinguished conservation ecologist, Duke University's Stuart Pimm, testifies before Congress how strong enforcement of conservation laws, including the Endangered Species Act, combined with sound science and responsible stewardship can prevent extinctions. - June 21, 2012 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Announcing 4-Session Permeable Pavement Online Series with Chair of the ASCE T&DI Permeable Pavement Structural Design Committee, David Hein, P.Eng.
Forester University, the educational division of Forester Media, Inc., publishers of Stormwater and Erosion Control Magazines, is pleased to announce our 4-Session, Online Permeable Pavement Master Class Series presented by industry expert and chair of the ASCE T&DI Permeable Pavement Structural Design Committee, David Hein, P.Eng., and exploring porous and permeable pavement design and construction elements, key performance factors, real-world applications, and case study results. - June 21, 2012 - Forester University, Forester Media, Inc.
ESII Tickets Are Now Phenol Free
Concerned about respecting the environment and consumer health, ESII now sells tickets guaranteed without phenol. - June 21, 2012 - ESII
Clean Tech Entrepreneurs Chosen to Compete in National Business Development Contest
Northeast Region Selects 39 Start-Ups to Receive Mentoring and Training in 2012 "Cleantech Open" - June 21, 2012 - Cleantech Open Northeast Region
Natural World, a 100% Eco-Friendly Junior and Adult Footwear Company from Spain, is Coming to the U.S. Market
Unitrends is proud to announce the collaboration with Natural World, a manufacturer from Spain. The main goal of Natural World is the production of quality and comfort footwear, respecting the planet from the beginning until the end of its production process. Daniel Portela, Director of Sales for... - June 20, 2012 - NATURAL WORLD-Unitrends USA Inc.
REI Awards Appalachian Trail Conservancy $20,000 Grant to Support Volunteer Leadership Development
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is pleased to announce it has received a $20,000 grant from REI, a national outdoor retailer committed to connecting people with nature, to support the ATC's Volunteer Leadership Meeting held this August. Ninety leaders from the ATC's 31 Trail Club... - June 20, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Michael Rega Awarded Best Article of the Year by The American Society of Safety Engineers
Ecliptic Consulting Group (ECG) Announces Michael Rega has been awarded best article of the year by the prestigious Advisor Publication of The American Society of Safety Engineers. - June 19, 2012 - Ecliptic Consulting Group
The Ozone Hole 2012 Indiegogo Campaign
The Ozone Hole has launched a fund raising campaign on Indiegogo. - June 16, 2012 - The Ozone Hole Inc.
The Real Life Heroes of the Ecosystem Has to be the Whole World
Real life heroes show their support in taking action on saving the earth. Environmental visionaries and activists featured. - June 16, 2012 - HeroBook
Pace Analytical Services to Sponsor ENFOS Experience 2012
ENFOS, Inc. today announced that Pace Analytical Services, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN will be a Sponsoring Company at the ENFOS Experience 2012 Solutions Conference. The conference will be held in San Francisco, CA, September 25-26, 2012. Pace uses the ENFOS Environmental Business Management Solution... - June 15, 2012 - ENFOS, Inc.
Baby Steps for a Big Cause: LaurganiQ is Gathering Support for Sustainable Tech Accessories
The earth we walk on, the fresh air in our lungs, nature's bombardment of daily gifts. Even if our awareness of its value never outgrows those tiny compartments of our lives where it decorates the walls. Foul air will have you fainting, contaminated soil does little good for food production. If not love for what lives than the love that goes through the stomach will bring the world environment issue to your kitchen table. With world environment day behind us, what remains? - June 14, 2012 - Laurganic
Chelsea Completes Demonstration of the New FastOcean System in Baltimore
Last week in Baltimore harbour, Dr Kevin Oxborough demonstrated Chelsea’s 3rd generation Fast Repetition Rate Fluorometer - the new FastOcean System - to groups from University of Maryland Chesapeake Bay Laboratory, Moss Landing Marine Laboratory and University of Michigan Cooperative... - June 14, 2012 - Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd
Chelsea's Expert Reports on Recent Findings at the Fluorometry for Ballast Water Compliance Monitoring Conference, SESYNC Center, Annapolis, USA
Chelsea's Richard Burt and Veronica Chan will be attending the Alliance for Coastal Technologies / Maritime Environmental Research Center workshop on Fluorometry for Ballast Water Compliance Monitoring Workshop, 14 & 15 June 2012 at the SESYNC Center, Annapolis, USA. The introduction of... - June 14, 2012 - Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd
Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc. Hires New Business Leader
New V.P. brings more than 20 years of development and marketing expertise. - June 14, 2012 - Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc.
Inventys Research Butibori (Nagpur) Plant, Achieves ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14000:2004, and ISO 18000:OSHAS Certification
Inventys Research Company has achieved ISO 9001:2008, 14001:2004 and 18000:OSHAS Management System accreditation. The ISO 9001:2008 certification of compliance recognizes that the policies, practices, and procedures of Inventys ensure consistent quality in the products and services Inventys... - June 13, 2012 - Inventys Research Company Pvt Ltd.
greeNEWit Named Green Company of the Year by Howard Technology Council
greeNEWit, an organization founded to help society build more sustainable communities and better economies through energy efficiency, is being honored for their innovation, strong managerial skills and community involvement. - June 13, 2012 - greeNEWit
Project Green AV Launches New ProjectGreenAV.com
Project Green AV, the comprehensive resource for sustainable AV news, information, education and collaboration for the audiovisual industry announces the relaunch of ProjectGreenAV.com. On June 12, Project Green AV celebrates four years of providing the audiovisual industry with Great Green Ideas... - June 13, 2012 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC
Corporate Traffic Logistics Joins Elite Community of Logistics Providers and Becomes SmartWay Transport Partner
Corporate Traffic Logistics, an international third-party logistics provider celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, announced today that the company has formally joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership. Joining this elite community of... - June 12, 2012 - Corporate Traffic
Cyclops-6K Submersible Fluorometer Now Available for Refined Fuels and Blue Green Algae
The Turner Designs 6000 meter submersible fluorometer is now available with refined fuels and blue green algae (cyanobacteria) optics. - June 11, 2012 - Turner Designs, Inc.
Memorandum Signed to Manage Connecticut's Section of the Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy signed a memorandum of understanding with environmental leaders to manage Connecticut's section of the Appalachian Trail. - June 07, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
ElectraTherm’s ORC Fleet Reaches 30,000 Hours Runtime
This is the first Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) machine sized 30-65kWe to achieve this milestone. - June 07, 2012 - ElectraTherm, Inc.
Warwick, New York Designated an Appalachian Trail Community
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy will celebrate the official designation of Warwick, New York as its newest Appalachian Trail Community™ on June 30, 2012. - June 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Major Landfill Tax Changes Won’t Affect Our Customers, Says Waste King
Waste King, the UK-based specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has assured its customers that its charges are, at present, unaffected by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC)’s recently announced changes to the rules which govern Landfill Tax. - June 02, 2012 - Waste King
Green Education Foundation Announces Results of 2012 Sustainability Programs
Feedback on National Green Week and the Green Energy Challenge Provided by Teachers - June 02, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces the “Green” Gardeners Make a Difference Photo Contest
Calling all Green Gardeners in the Metro DC Area. It’s time to stand up and be counted. Enter the Metro DC Lawn and Garden Blog’s “Green Gardeners Do Make a Difference” Photo Contest for your chance to win great prizes and show the world the beautiful benefits of growing green. - June 02, 2012 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Everybody Solar Chooses Non-Profit Rebuilding Together for Flagship Solar Project
Non-profit organizations Everybody Solar and Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP) have launched a new effort to bring solar power to the rooftop of RTP’s Redwood City headquarters, greening the 501c(3) charity’s community focused efforts and potentially saving them several thousand dollars a year on utility costs. - June 02, 2012 - Everybody Solar
Save Money While Going Green With American Dryer, Inc. Hand Dryers
Stop throwing away your money with paper towels. Save money while going green with American Dryer, Inc. hand dryers. - June 01, 2012 - American Dryer Inc
DMG Productions to Feature Max-R on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Sustainability in the Food Service Industry - May 31, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Creta Maris Green Team - Environmental Actions 2012
In an effort to protect the environment, the environmental team of Creta Maris Beach Resort in Hersonissos, Crete organized an event in order to preserve and protect the environment and natural heritage of the Hersonissos coastal zone on May 16, 2012. - May 26, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Amtrak and Green Education Foundation Announce Green in Action Winner
Thomas Prince School Stands Out in National Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 26, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and American Standard Announce Green in Action Winner
Marist School Shines in Nationwide Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 25, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
A Inspirational and Environmental Childrens Book Written by a New Author Janis Pacileo
The following is a excerpt: Not very long ago there was a oil spill in the Louisiana Gulf if you didn't know, and a little scared shrimp her name was Flo. Terrible things were happening to the Earth and Flo was with child and about to give birth. Flo and her husband Tide swam to the little guppy hospital side by side. The baby was ready the Dr. was waiting this was the day they we're all anticipating then it was time it was all said and done The Doctor said Flo you and Tide have a son. - May 22, 2012 - Janis Pacileo
Brits Share Their Top Green Living Tips
Tetra Pak and Do The Green Thing recently asked Brits to share the things that they do to go the extra mile and live a greener life, with some interesting and sometimes unusual results. - May 21, 2012 - Tetra Pak
Source-Omega Gives Omega-3 Guidance in Times of Change
Source-Omega today announced their offerings for companies seeking security, freedom and a 5 year supply agreement in algae oil for price and quality improvements in times of change. "Why fear when I am here," Says Dr Scott Doughman, PhD, owner of Source-Omega, a supplier of DHA... - May 20, 2012 - Source-Omega
Waste King Raises Tons for Charity
In the last two months, Waste King, the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has donated over five tons of recycled books, DVDs and music CDs to the British Heart Foundation (BHF). In addition, Waste King has donated and recycled over a ton of clothes in aid of the Salvation... - May 20, 2012 - Waste King
WWF Switzerland Launches Tropical Forest Challenge
Solve the Challenge to conserve tropical forest biodiversity around the world with for-profit solutions. - May 19, 2012 - Ennovent Gmbh
African-American History Hike to Celebrate National Trails Day
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park will lead an African-American History Hike on June 2, 2012 to celebrate National Trails Day. - May 18, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Skin Care Mfg. Aids Center That Saves Ocean Mammals
Health Food Stores nationally, along with their customers, have been invited to join in a campaign to help save injured seals, giant sea turtles, dolphins and whales that wash ashore on New Jersey beaches. The effort has been initiated by Reviva Labs, manufacturer of all-natural skin care... - May 16, 2012 - Reviva Labs
State of Qatar Joins the Global Green Growth Institute - Source: Qatar National Food Security Programme (QNFSP)
Qatar endorses pact on green growth institute as it joined a consortium of founding member countries in initialing the agreement of establishment of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) on the 10th may 2012 - May 13, 2012 - Qatar National Food Security Programme
First Public-Private Collaboration Initiative for Green Building Research
Pushing the frontiers of green buildings with pilot green building joint grant call; Nine research projects awarded to help buildings save energy - May 13, 2012 - Institute for Infocomm Research